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Y111 LOT

2004 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

27,221 mi
Last recorded27,221 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY111 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 27,221 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 26,348 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2025 26,348 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 25,784 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 24,676 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 23,580 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 22,407 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 21,788 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 21,076 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 20,169 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 19,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 19,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 18,894 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 18,120 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 15,271 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jan 2014 15,271 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 14,159 miles

both front tyres have slight perishing on surface.

Fail 4 Jan 2013 14,159 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres have slight perishing on surface.

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 13,051 miles

slight perishing in both front tyres on surfaces.

Fail 5 Jan 2012 13,051 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

slight perishing in both front tyres on surfaces.

Pass 10 Jan 2011 12,162 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 9,911 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 7,638 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 5,151 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 5,151 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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Y111 LOT is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2004 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,392 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y111 LOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y111 LOT?

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What year was Y111 LOT registered?

Y111 LOT is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is Y111 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y111 LOT shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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